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Dalmatian Coast Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in December.

Thinking about venturing to the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Dalmatian Coast in December

The Dalmatian Coast, Croatia is a region in Croatia. December in the Dalmatian Coast generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Omiš at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Hvar at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Hvar and 6°C (43°F) in Omiš.

For a closer look at conditions across the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Pula with an average of 117 mm (4.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Dubrovnik with 215 mm (8.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Split gets around 132 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore the Dalmatian Coast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Dalmatian Coast — and find the best time to visit. (based on Split)

Best Places to Visit in the Dalmatian Coast in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Dalmatian Coast.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Dalmatian Coast

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia?

Temperature range in the Dalmatian Coast (December)

Precipitation variation in the Dalmatian Coast (December)

Split

In December Split generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
132 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
217 mm (8.5 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Trogir

In December Trogir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
119 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Dubrovnik

In December Dubrovnik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
125 hours
130 hours
Monthly rainfall
262 mm (10 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Zadar

In December Zadar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
106 hours
112 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
127 mm (5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Pula

In December Pula generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
90 hours
90 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Dalmatian Coast, in Croatia.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Dalmatian Coast in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Split 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Dubrovnik 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)
Zadar 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Trogir 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Pula 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Hvar 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

The Dalmatian Coast weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in December?

December in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia brings poor weather. In Split, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in December?

Split averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia get a lot of rain in December?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Split records an average of 169 mm (6.7 in) in December, putting it among the wetter months for the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Split, December may not be the ideal time to visit the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Split. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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